The first studies on the relationship between public opinion and public policy generally concluded that:
a. there was no relationship.
b. public opinion did in fact affect public policy.
c. the average American did not understand the issues.
d. Americans were more informed as the complexity of the issue increased.
e. none of the above.
Answer: b
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What will be an ideal response?
Is such a roadblock legal?
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